Henrik Ingebrigtsen

Henrik Ingebrigtsen is a Norwegian middle-distance runner who represented Norway at the Olympics. He is part of a talented family of middle-distance runners, including his younger brothers Filip and Jakob.

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Profession :

Runner

Birthday :

February 24, 1991

Age :

34

Born on 24 February 1991, Henrik Ingebrigtsen is a renowned Norwegian middle-distance runner, primarily competing in the 1500 meters event. He has participated in various international competitions, such as the Olympics and World Championships, and is a member of the Ingebrigtsen family, famous for producing accomplished middle-distance runners. Throughout his career, Henrik has secured numerous European Championship medals and set several national records.

Henrik’s most notable achievement is winning the gold medal in the 1500 meters at the 2012 European Athletics Championships in Helsinki. He has also represented Norway at the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics. His younger brothers, Filip and Jakob Ingebrigtsen, follow in his footsteps as middle-distance runners, with Jakob notably winning the 1500m gold at the 2020 Olympics.

Apart from his athletic career, Henrik is recognized for his charitable endeavors, such as donating his prize money to a children’s hospital. Additionally, he is a trained electrician.